- Those that offer no outward signs of negative behaviour to lessons.
- Those whose behaviour is a direct linked to the lesson
- Those that display extremely disruptive behaviours and are not influenced by the lessons.
Teaching good lessons helps pupils in categories a) and b) and your school will have systems and procedures for dealing with students in category c). Students in category a) are not the first on our radar. They may not present behaviour problems, but they may be bored or disinterested and this is not a situation which you want to continue. Most students are in category b). This means you can make a difference to pupils' learning.
What follows are 10 solid teaching points. These are not end points but are starting points for developing your own successful style.
1) Remain in control.
You are the adult. At all times you should be aware of your responses. You should know when you are smiling, when you are frowning. Do not allow yourself to lose control. Sure you maybe angry at something a pupil has done or said, but the key is, to be able to control your outward reactions. So it maybe appropriate to show your displeasure or you may have to internalize your annoyance particularly for example when an incident is a result of a genuine misunderstanding.
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